Finding Hotels That Are Non-Toxic
Question from Mimi Hello Debra, This is an area in need of change!! We have been staying hampton Inns for many years and have always called before to ask them not to use fabrezee and any fragrance in the rooms. For a couple of years we found most of the rooms to be at...New Labels Can Help You Find Sofas Without Fire Retardants-But… They Still May Contain Toxic Chemicals
Last year there was a big change in the furniture world. A California law went into effect that allowed furniture manufacturers to make and sell upholstered furniture—such as sofas, loveseats, and chairs—without toxic fire retardants. That’s certainly good news! The...Toxic Plastics From China
I know a lot of you are concerned about toxics in products from China. Here’s a website that recently came my way via Q&A comments. I’m pulling it out and making a post so we can all find it easily. Campaign to Halt the Import of Chemical-Emitting Smelly Plastic...FDA Finds Glyphosate in Honey
FDA has found residues of the weed killer glyphosate even in a food that is not produced with the use of glyphosate: honey. All of the samples the FDA tested in a recent examination contained glyphosate residues, and some showed residue levels double the limit allowed...What We’ve Learned in 25 Years of Research on Endocrine Disruptors
This week, researchers, public health advocates, government officials, and industry spokespersons will meet at National Institutes of Health (NIH) to celebrate 25 years of scientific research on endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs). Here is a good commentary on what...New Study Compiles Data on Toxics in House Dust—45 Chemicals Found
A new study came out this week that gives us more data than ever about what types of toxic chemicals are found in household dust and amounts. The fact that household dust contains toxic chemicals is not new—but this study is the first to make a comprehensive...The Effects Of Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Radiation On Sperm Function
Abstract Mobile phone usage has become an integral part of our lives. However, the effects of the radiofrequency electromagnetic radiation (RF-EMR) emitted by these devices on biological systems and specifically the reproductive systems are currently under active...Health Problems with Infrared Heaters?
Question from Jody Hi Debra, Do you know of any health concerns related to infrared heaters? I am considering installing this: http://biosmartsolutions.com/shop/heating/on-wall-heaters/bio-1500owa-onwall-heater-and-airpurifier/ Thank you. Jody Debra’s Answer...Air Filter for New Car Smell
Question from Bonnie Dear Debra, I had wanted to buy a new 2016 car until I smelled the chemicals. I was shown a 3 year old prior leased car as I would still have warranty and thought I detected new car smell, but less. When my friend was talking with the salesperson...
